Tips for Managing Food Allergies at School: Get Active With Food-Free Activities

Do you need ideas to share with your child's teacher to encourage non-food rewards in the classroom? Many elementary schools are becoming more food allergy aware. An average U.S. classroom has two children with a food allergy.

Some schools, like this one in Ohio, are looking for ways to celebrate classroom achievements without snacks and other food. The superintendent is asking teachers to not use food as a reward for elementary school students in class. They are also switching to food-free birthday celebrations.

Join our community to follow our blog for more ideas to promote food allergy awareness and inclusiveness in schools. Our community also provides an opportunity to connect with others who manage these conditions for peer support.

Thanks for this piece!! I'm in search of any materials that help make ending the classroom birthday treat more palatable to parents & staff that are still undereducated when it comes to the reality of children living with life threatening allergies.

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